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FV05 DXO

2005 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,462 mi
Last recorded22,462 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda XL65015,543 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 DXO
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 23 May 2025 22,462 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 20 May 2024 21,489 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swingarm pivot link slight freeplay (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023 21,330 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 21,171 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 20,654 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2020 19,766 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 18,884 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 17,597 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 17,246 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 16,632 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 15,248 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2014 14,082 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 13,204 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 12,084 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 10,305 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 8,167 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 6,261 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 5,308 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL650?

Based on 15,621 MOT tests across 1,262 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
1,131
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 212
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 176
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 122
Drive chain excessively loose 82
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FV05 DXO is a 2005 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 15,543 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 212 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV05 DXO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV05 DXO registered?

FV05 DXO is a 2005 Honda XL650, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is FV05 DXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 DXO shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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